Obaid was taken in by police and during the transport he told the officers that he was suicidal. Once at the police station, Obaid told Officer Philippi that he would “sue everyone in this department,” and “take this department down for millions.”

Obaid was taken to St. Joseph’s Wayne Hospital to be further evaluated.

He is also facing charges of possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a hypodermic needle.

It’s amazing how when addiction has a hold of someone, it doesn’t matter where or when the next fix may come, as long as it comes.

If you or someone you know is struggling with heroin addiction, please contact us.

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Reed, writes:
Cindy, I have a couple of drinks every day after work to feel good and ease my mind. At what point does consumption of alcohol become alcoholism?

Cindy, writes:
Reed, to be honest, there is no litmus test. Although, using alcohol to feel good is often the beginning stage of alcoholism. So, if you drink to feel good, you should ask yourself if you can also feel at ease without alcohol.

Addison, writes:
Cindy, I tend to be an anxious person and what has helped me for the past year is drinking a bottle of wine each evening to relax my mind. Apparently, my husband thinks I have an alcohol problem. Should I be concerned?

Cindy, writes:
Addison, your consumption of wine is abnormal and unhealthy; it’s a form of self-medication. Based on the amount you are drinking per day and depending on your weight, you could be damaging your liver to say the least. If you cannot stop drinking you have alcoholism and should seek treatment as soon as possible.